Volkswagen GTI hesitation problems

Filed Dec 24, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · OH

VW has implemented a so-called and unwanted safety feature called "Hill Assist" which locks the brakes on manual transmisson models when at a standstill which has many times nearly caused an accident. This system locks the brakes when the clutch is activated and brakes are applied and can prevent the car from moving forward for two to three seconds, or cause a vehicle stall. This system activates for two to three seconds and can't be modified or turned off. This system also works on a predetermined amount of time and no user interaction can change the time or hold/braking force. This is particularly dangerous in a left hand turn situation with multiple cars where a stall or hesitation for the car to move/accelerate could prove dangerous or fatal. VW should turn this feature off or allow users to turn it off completely, WITHOUT having to turn it off for every startup.

Filed Dec 24, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · OH

VW has implemented a so-called and unwanted safety feature called "Hill Assist" which locks the brakes on manual transmisson models which has many times nearly caused an accident. This system locks the brakes when the clutch is activated and brakes are applied and can prevent the car from moving forward for two to three seconds, or cause a vehicle stall. This system activates for two to three seconds and can't be modified or turned off. This system also works on a predetermined amount of time and no user interaction can change the time or hold/braking force. This is particularly dangerous in a left hand turn situation with multiple cars where a stall or hesitation for the car could prove dangerous or fatal. VW should turn this feature off or allow users to turn it off completely, WITHOUT having to turn it off for every startup.

Filed Jul 2, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 24,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 volkswagen gti. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stall and hesitated without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with a defective brake suction cup. The mechanic linked the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v647000 (fuel system, gasoline, engine and engine cooling) however, the VIN was not included. Clay cooley volkswagen of park cities (5555 lemmon ave, dallas, tx 75209, (469) 240-6240) was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer suggested that the vehicle be towed to the dealer for assistance, which was still pending. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 24,000.*dt

Filed Dec 21, 2019 · Electrical · 600 miles · CA

I was fully stopped at a major intersection during rush hour in los angeles (santa monica blvd and sepulveda). The auto stop/start featured was on, so my engine had flipped off. When I took my foot off the brake the engine is supposed to re-engage, but instead my car stalled (resulting in the very upset bmw driver behind me nearly plowing into my car) and won't move. The epk light and some warning popped up on the screen, but I was too distracted by not getting killed that I didn't catch what it said. I had to turn my car fully off and then back on again to get my engine to restart. I then took my car to the vw dealer in santa monica. They took nearly two weeks and 150 miles of test drives to try to replicate the issue but couldn't so they replaced the starter. My epk light still regularly comes on when I start my car, and I then have to turn it off and back on again to get my car to start, and off hesitates flipping over in the auto stop/start states. Please note I am the first owner of my car, and I had only had my car for about 6 weeks at the time of this incident.

Filed Jul 15, 2017 · Transmission · 47,346 miles · FL

(dsg automatic) harsh shifting from park to reverse, and from reverse to drive. Hesitation from a stop to go. Car feels like it shudders or jerks from a stop to go, and when braking to a stop. Dealer states it's a faulty mechatronics unit and needs to be replaced. Same issues that plagued the last generation of vehicles, and vw was forced to issue a recall due to safety concerns. Dealer tried to get vw to cover cost of repair, but they refused. Dealer wants $2500 to repair. Vehicle currently has 47,346 miles. Currently discussing legal action with an attorney.

Filed Apr 5, 2017 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 95,120 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 volkswagen gti. When the brake pedal was depressed at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to respond and the instrument panel warning indicators flickered on and off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that an unknown steering mechanism failed and the steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v913000 (service brakes, hydraulic, electronic stability control). The failure mileage was 95,120.

Filed Mar 2, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 50,000 miles · MO

This morning on the way to work, I experienced shaking and hesitation upon accelerating. I turned around and went back home and immediately got the car into the dealer. I was told that the number 2 ignition coil was failing, which was causing the problem. I looked up the problem and found this link: http://www.vwproblems.com/trends/ignition-coil/ which specifically instructs to contact you to file the complaint. I bought the car on 9/30/2011 brand new. I am not sure the life of the ignition switches, but the car is technically out of warranty, and repairs are being filed under my extended warranty.

Filed Sep 4, 2014 · Transmission · 55,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 volkswagen gti. The contact stated that while attempting to drive, the vehicle hesitated and made an abnormal noise when shifting gears. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the transmission failed and as a result a flush needed to perform. The remedy failed to repair the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 55,000.

Filed Sep 9, 2011 · Transmission · 400 miles · GA

After purchasing a new 2009 gti I noticed some hesitation in the car upon take off/slow down. I took the vehicle directly to the dealership and was told that this was normal for this car and its dsg transmission. I later in the year took it back with the same result. I also contacted vw customer care and was given a case number but no one ever called me back and I was once again was referred back to my local dealership via email. This is a serious safety hazard! My wife has just taken the gti again, sept. 6th, 2011 and after 3 days with the gti we received the same response - "this is normal for dsg transmission". This is not normal!!!! Our best description of the safety hazard. When driving the vehicle in sport (s) mode it will often hesitate to pull off from a stop. When attempting to pull out into traffic and this occurs there is about a two second delay from the time the accelerator pedal is depressed to finally taking off. We have observed the tachometer when this problem occurs (without any approaching traffic, and the rpms barely go beyond idle even though the accelerator is pressed down 1/4 to 1/2 way down. When the car does finally take off, it is abruptly, due to the fact that the accelerator pedal is depressed already. When attempting to pull into traffic or turn across it, this delay and then abrupt response could result in serious injury or worse to us or the occupants of my vehicle. Please help us as corporate vw and our local dealership don't care about our safety or the safety of others and its just a matter of when a serious accident occurs because of this safety hazard. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 6, 2009 · Transmission · 3,000 miles · IL

I purchased the car in the beginning of july 2009, noticed weird shifting but figured it was part of car break in process. Now I notice it happen almost daily. The car shifts harshly during acceleration and deceleration. It jerks forward a lot during bumper to bumper traffic. Lately the car will hesitate when going from complete stop to forward then "buck" forward.